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- United States
- Contract
- Full-time
- Salary
- $105K – $160K / year
- Posted
- 8 November 2026
- Apply by
- 7 January 2027
This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States. Priority given to those located remotely in North Carolina, Arizona and Texas.
About the role
This position provides application administration maintenance and identity and access management support. The IAM Administrator assists in the program development process, user acceptance testing, user access reviews, system documentation and implementation.
This position ensures the technological and digital security of the Bank at an advanced level of ability and technical expertise. Mitigates exposure to cyber threats, security risks, and unauthorized access. Assesses organizational networks, applications, or systems for potential vulnerabilities. Protects assets and information through a variety of methods, resolving security issues or incidents as they arise.
Maintains a strong knowledge of industry practices, technology, and evolving threats in order to enhance defenses for the Bank's information systems and resources. May provide guidance for less experienced associates in the work group.
Responsibilities
Technical Security - Administers tools or processes that secure assigned technical areas and data. Participates in security audits, identifies security gaps, and develops and implements risk mitigation solutions.
Analysis - Identifies and evaluates identify potential threats or vulnerabilities in the Bank’s networks, applications, or systems. Compiles data from external or internal sources. Creates actionable intelligence based on review of analysis.
Security Expertise - Maintains a current knowledge of technology, emerging threats, and security trends within the assigned technical area. Provides guidance on appropriate security protocols. Participates in special projects as a technical and security resource. May assist with training on trends, threats, and applicable technologies.
Issue Resolution - Investigates and resolves security incidents which may include unauthorized access, malware infections, configuration anomalies, cyber attacks, and other risks. Escalates as appropriate.
Business Planning - May assist in in the development of security policies, standards, and strategies.
Requirements
Minimum Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree and 4 years' experience.
Nice to have
- 3-4 years of proven experience as an IAM Engineer or in a related position.
- Proficient in SailPoint IdentityIQ installation, configuration, and administration.
- Strong understanding of IAM concepts, including identity lifecycle management, role-based access control (RBAC), and least privilege principles.
- Familiarity with directory services (e.g., Active Directory, LDAP).
- Experience with scripting (JavaScript, PowerShell) and SQL queries.
Additional Information
- This job posting is expected to remain active for 14 days from the initial posting date listed above.
- If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate.
- Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants.
- The base pay for this position is generally between $105,000 and $160,000.
- Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law.
- For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.
Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at
Position Specific Skills
Knowledge of data security practices, procedures. monitoring and alert tools, and risk management standards
Knowledge of Active Directory administration and user provisioning, Domain Name System, Group Policy Objects, New Technology File System permissions, File Shares, SharePoint, and Domain controllers
Knowledge of Identity and Access Management concepts and technologies
Ability to clearly communicate risks, threats, and vulnerabilities identified during assessments
Availability to provide after-hours operational support on a rotational basis, with minimal travel
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High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent and 8 years' experience in Systems Engineering, Network, or Information Security.
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